2008 March

FDA inspection of foreign drug makers: April Fool's joke?

We now know that a large majority of prescription drugs are not made in the U.S. And we now know that foreign drug makers are rarely if ever inspected.

Drug prices and the amazing power of the placebo effect

The energy used by the human brain is enough to illuminate a 25-watt light bulb.

Lung cancer risk cut in half with proper diet

Researchers at Spain's Galician Public Foundation for Health Emergencies conducted a study to examine the correlation between fruit and vegetable intake and lung cancer risk.

Milk thistle for psoriasis

If milk thistle supports liver health, and if poor liver function is one of the triggers that sets off psoriasis, then…

Fish oil or flax oil – which is the best omega fatty acid source?

Flaxseed contains lignans, a good source of ALA, which is converted by the body into omega-3 fatty acids. Studies show that omega-3s help improve cell function in the lining of the heart and blood vessels, lower triglyceride levels, and inhibit platelet clumping. So…why fish oil?

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2008 March

FDA inspection of foreign drug makers: April Fool's joke?

Drug prices and the amazing power of the placebo effect

Lung cancer risk cut in half with proper diet

Milk thistle for psoriasis

Fish oil or flax oil – which is the best omega fatty acid source?

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